My Thoughts

 

It’s been over a year now that my dear Aunt Dorothy took her last breath. I miss her. I miss her encouragement, words of wisdom and love. There is not a thing in this world that could measure up to her sweetness and honesty. I have two beautiful aunts still with me and I adore them both. I hope they know how much I love them. Their phone calls mean the world to me.  Time goes by quickly and the years seem to slip by. I see myself moving into the next phrase of my life. Being a grandma, great aunt and watching my loved ones return to our Heavenly Father. I have been blessed with good friends’ ones I treasure and enjoy spending time with. Family and friends are worth more to me than any item I own. My two brothers hold a special place in my heart.

It’s been five years since I broke my humorous bone in three places and it’s been difficult to get full use of my hand again. The break in my humorous bone damaged my radial nerve and some of my fingers are now permanently numb. I have decided to try and learn how to play the guitar and it’s been an obstacle with the C chord. I am determined to master it. Sometimes pain comes with playing, but I will not stop. I have great appreciation for those who don’t have full use of their hands or arms. I spent a full year without the use of my hand and arm, and it was a nightmare.

There are days when something or someone reminds me of the years being a child or a youth. Ice skating, swimming, playing red light, green light. I remember playing jacks near the cafeteria and singing Miss Mary Mack. I remember my little dogs Minnie, Gigi, Pepe, and Gretchen. It’s interesting how a song from the past stirs emotions and reminds me of an experience from my past. Music can change your mood, thoughts, and desires. The words of my father’s love song, my favorite loved song, and one song I loved to dance to. It’s interesting how I can remember the words even though it’s been decades since I danced to them or sang them.

There is a nine-year-old little girl named Brielle Bird that was called home December 11, 2025, because of cancer. She was an inspiration to me and someone I will think of for the rest of my life. She was a spiritual giant with a big loving heart. She was an example of strength, and she never complained about her struggles with having cancer.

Well, this is the first time I have posted on my blog since 2023 and its crazy random thoughts.